Community Support Specialist
Covey
- Oshkosh, WI
- $15.00-17.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Maintain program procedures and guidelines that support the highest quality standards that align with Covey’s Mission and Core Values.
- Identify and evaluate risks associated with the program and take steps to control these risks.
- Facilitate program offerings that focus on developing the following skills: Independent Living Skills, Mobility Skills, Social/Emotional and Personal Development, Communication Skills, Community Access and Integration
- Develop, assess, and track participant goals and create progress reports in participant database.
- Build and maintain a trusting and positive relationship with participants, their support system and the community at large.
- Follow all communication guidelines as outlined by program procedures.
- Participate in efforts to strengthen and build partnerships with local organizations.
- Pass prescribed medication to participants per their ISP.
- Provide transportation to participants as needed or directed.
- All Covey employees are mandated reporters. If abuse and/or neglect is suspected contact the Program Director.
- Other duties as assigned.
9. Must be at least 18 years oldAbout Covey:
At Covey, the participants, staff, and caregivers believe in creating possibilities, and we believe in doing it together. We are a community of passionate individuals––clients, staff, caregivers, and volunteers––working together to create possibilities for our clients and their families.For over sixty years, we have served individuals (age 18-64) with disabilities and their families in the Fox Valley region. Our areas of expertise include respite care, virtual and in-person skill community engagement, life enrichment, and volunteerism.Through compassion, creativity and individualized care, Covey creates opportunities that foster personal growth because we believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to fully participate in their community, discover their passions, and pursue their dreams.#CoveyThree